Monthly Archives: January 2010

The Commerce Department reported that real GDP expanded at a 5.7% annualized rate in the final three months of last year, its second straight quarterly expansion. A strong increase in exports and a further moderation in inventory liquidation were the…

NEMA, whose companies make the products that go into a 21st-century "smart" electrical grid, took on a leadership role in promoting Smart Grid several years ago — long before President Obama announced in his inaugural address that one of his administration's…

Tonight President Obama will command the attention of Congress, the nation and the world as he delivers his first State of the Union Address. And there is a lot at stake. According to recent polls, President Obama’s approval rating hovers…

This week’s special election for the Massachusetts senate seat is not the only vote this January carrying major implications for U.S. economic policy. Ben Bernanke’s term as Federal Reserve Chairman expires at the end of the month—just over a week…

As we all try to save energy, one of the most effective routes is through more efficient use of motors. This is so important because motors are everywhere – household appliances from cleaning to kitchen, domestic/commercial/industrial fans and pumps, and…

The Random House College Dictionary I keep at my desk defines perspective as “the ability to see all the relevant data in a meaningful relationship.” And nowhere is it more difficult to keep proper perspective than in our nation’s capital. Washington—like…

Mexico’s electricity generation began with private companies, but in 1938 the Mexican government began nationalization of the electric utility industry. As a result of this process two electrical companies were created: CFE – Federal Electrical Commission and LyFC – Central…

It appears Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke won’t be appearing on VH1’s “Best Week Ever” anytime soon. In a speech last week to the American Economics Association, Chairman Bernanke asserted that he did not believe the Fed’s interest rate policy…

Today's issue of Roll Call (January 13, 2010) includes an interesting article ("Democrats Trying to Mollify Unions") on the legislative priorities of union activists and their increasing frustration with Congress over everything from proposals to tax "Cadillac" health care plans…

I read an interesting article by Robert Nelsen, co-founder and a Managing Director of ARCH Venture Partners, with his view on the Top 5 innovations to watch in the coming decade. I didn't have to get very far into the piece…